Itinerary Check: Tokyo–Fuji–Hakone–Kamakura (self-drive, Dec 8–14 with kids)

Hi all,

We’ll be in Japan Dec 8–14 with kids and plan to self-drive part of the trip. Here’s our draft itinerary:

Tokyo – 2 days
• Meiji Jingu
• Ginza (shopping, Uniqlo flagship)
• Kabukicho
• Shibuya Sky
• Tokyo Disneyland

Fuji & Hakone – 3 days (self-drive)
• Fuji Five Lakes
• Chureito Pagoda
• Oishi Park
• Gotemba Premium Outlets
• Hakone Shrine & Lake Ashi
• Owakudani Valley

Kamakura – 1 day
• Great Buddha (Kōtoku-in)
• Komachi-dori Street
• Yuigahama Beach
• Enoshima Island

Back to Tokyo – final day
• Ueno Park
• Sensoji
• Akihabara

We’ll mostly stick to main roads, but since we’re driving around Fuji & Hakone in mid-December, do we need winter tires, or are regular ones usually fine?

Appreciate any suggestions — especially driving routes, family-friendly spots, or must-try food stops. Thanks!